Framed by frosted windowpanes, snowflakes waft gently down to earth, hushing the harsh sounds that intrude upon one’s solitude. All that is left is the sizzling of a waning fire, the cat’s gentle purr, and the whistle of the tea kettle announcing afternoon refreshment. Keep reading to discover the myriad pleasures offered by this mystical season. Follow the trail of anticipatory smiles indoors, where the aroma of baking cookies leads to a treat served by the fire. One needs plenty of sustenance for an agenda that includes cross-country skiing with a bit of sledding on the side. The woolen socks and mittens required by the wintry weather prove fashion and fun are a perfect pair. As if propelled by invisible wings, a solitary skater glides across a frozen pond as the snow falls like alabaster confetti—a silent celebration of the crystalline beauty found amid the drifts and depths of this serene season. With Jane Austen as a worthy companion, day fades into evening. But soon, drowsy eyes begin to flutter, and it’s off to bed, where dreams await beneath layers of coziness.
Text Karen Callaway Photography Stephanie Welbourne Steele Styling Melissa Sturdivant Smith
For more blissful ideas for the snowy season, see “Winter Wonderland” in the January/February 2021 issue, available on newsstands and at Victoriamag.com.
